Codice prodotto: L10339
Memorial Day: September 26
When did St. Damian live: 3rd century AD
BIOGRAPHY:
St. Damian, together with his twin brother St. Cosmas, was an early Christian physician known for treating the sick free of charge. They practiced in Syria, using both medical knowledge and prayer to heal. Persecuted under Emperor Diocletian, they were arrested, tortured, and eventually beheaded. Their veneration spread quickly, and they became the patron saints of doctors and pharmacists.
PATRONAGE:
St. Damian is the patron saint of doctors, pharmacists, and surgeons.
SYMBOLISM, DEPICTION:
The symbols of St. Damian are a medicine cup with a snake, representing his medical skills, and a palm branch, signifying his martyrdom.
PATRON SAINT OF:
Damian, Damiano, Damien, Damián, Daman, Damion, Damiaan, Damyan, Damijon, Damír, Damjen, Dami, Damir, Damyo, Dam, Damis.